Buyers seek safe second homes in Paris

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Househunting Brits must be careful not to end up with a criminal record and a large fine

Househunters looking for a second home in France are being advised to restrict
their search to avoid new rules that could leave them with a criminal record
and fines of as much as €25,000 (£23,000) a day for illegally subletting
their property.

Parisian authorities are cracking down on people who rent out second homes
without official permission for a change of use. Advisers are now suggesting
that buyers seek out the few Paris homes being sold with existing approval
as a holiday let. The stringent new rules — revealed in Bricks & Mortar last
week — have created consternation among UK owners